Donald E. Thomas ... is an award-winning author and educator. He has a passion for writing children’s books that come alive when read aloud.
Donald received his bachelor of arts from Mercy College of Detroit in marketing and his masters of arts in teaching mathematics from the University of Detroit Mercy. He was a teacher in the Detroit Public Schools system for 28 years. Donald is the Founder and CEO of What If Books Publishing Company.
He loves writing at his dining room table while sipping on coffee in the wee hours of the morning.
About The Books:
Ebony and The Four Frogs ~ Ebony, our lively and adventurous main character, loves basketball and enjoys reading to her dog. She's a bright student with plenty of friends, though she occasionally struggles with math. Most of the story unfolds in her kitchen and bedroom, where her math challenges often keep her up at night. One restless evening, she tumbles into a magical math land, where she encounters four energetic frogs who are math wizards. With their fun and engaging teaching methods, Ebony becomes completely immersed in learning math. Through their guidance, she discovers that by stepping back, taking a deep breath, and focusing, she can master even the toughest problems. This newfound approach sparks a deep love for math and boosts her confidence in tackling challenges.
Ebron Has to Wait ~ Ebron, is an enthusiastic seven-year-old boy who is eager to try new things and welcomes challenges. On December 5th, he receives a wonderful gift from his parents for his birthday. Ebron has to wait until the snow melts, to be able to enjoy his amazing gift. Go on an adventure with Ebron, as he learns about patience, confidence and an amazing new skill.
A Day Without Technology ~ Meet Donnie, a brave and curious kid who’s about to go on an unforgettable adventure! This story takes Donnie back to the 1960s, a time before tablets, smart phones and video games. Just as the fun begins, a HUGE global storm whips across the entire world and pow! Simultaneously, all technology suddenly stops working. With no screens to tap or buttons to push, kids and grown-ups must learn to do things the old-fashioned way. They build, explore, problem-solve, and discover new skills they never knew they had. Without instant answers or nonstop scrolling, everyone starts paying more attention to the world around them and to each other. Join Donnie and his friends as they weather the storm, laugh, learn, and explore, and decide for yourself: is life more fun with technology…or without it?
